Description

The I&C (Instrumentation & Controls) Embedded Software (Firmware) Engineer works within the I&C Engineering team of the GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) Engineering organization. The I&C team designs and implements electronic hardware and software for nuclear power plant I&C systems. The software team collaborates closely with hardware designers and plant operations. Relocation to Wilmington, NC is required.

Key responsibilities include developing creative software solutions, preparing design specifications, and conducting module and integration testing. The engineer performs code reviews, verifies design specifications, and ensures compliance with engineering procedures. Engagement with customers to define scope, review results, and discuss technical risks is essential. Effective communication of status to leadership and management of multiple priorities complete the role.

• Develop embedded firmware, create design specs, and perform module/integration testing.
• Conduct code reviews and verify design documentation.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to define scope and manage technical risks.
• Create work plans with time and schedule estimates and document according to GE procedures.
• Manage time and multiple priorities to deliver quality software on schedule.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering with a minimum 3.0 GPA. At least three months of software development experience, preferably with C programming, version control, IDEs, and debugging tools is required. Experience with coding conventions, unit testing, and integration testing is also needed. The role is located at GVH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC and requires eligibility for U.S. export‑controlled information.

Desired qualifications include familiarity with coding standards, code review practices, and data structures or algorithms. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to solve technical challenges using common design patterns and communicate clearly in both written and verbal forms. Proactive learning of new tools and advocating improvements are valued. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and obtain export‑control clearance if required.

• Hold a B.S. in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering with ≥3 months software development experience.
• Proficient in C programming, version control, IDEs, debugging, unit and integration testing.
• Familiar with coding standards, code review practices, and data structures/algorithms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. and obtain export‑control authorization.

Benefits

GE Vernova offers a collaborative work environment, professional development opportunities, and competitive compensation. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to protected characteristics. All hires must pass a drug screen where applicable.

Relocation assistance is provided. The salary range for this position is $72,000‑$108,000, with a geographic differential of up to 130% in certain locations. Employees are eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, as well as 24/7 health coaching and employee assistance services. A 401(k) retirement plan with company matching and financial planning resources is offered. Additional perks comprise tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, twelve paid holidays, and permissive time off.

• Relocation assistance provided; salary range $72k–$108k plus geographic differential.
• Eligibility for discretionary annual bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage with 24/7 health resources.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching and financial planning support.
• Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability, life insurance, paid holidays, and permissive time off.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance